What are the main factors that influence a Junior Network Engineer's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What industry pays the highest salary for Junior Network Engineer?

The Financial Services industry offers the highest average compensation for Junior Network Engineer roles, with salaries approximately 30% above the market median.

How does experience change A Junior Network Engineer's salary?

A Junior Network Engineer's salary grows with experience: a Junior Network Engineer (0-2 years)earns $79,937, a Network Engineer II (2-4 years)earns $95,368, a Network Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $115,366, a Network Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $135,580, a Network Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $155,232,

What are the highest paying states for a Junior Network Engineer?

Junior Network Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Junior Network Engineer roles are District of Columbia $88,207, California $87,873, Massachusetts $86,702. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Junior Network Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Junior Network Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Network Engineer VI: $191,658; Network Engineer V: $153,178; Junior Engineer: $146,589; Network Engineer III: $113,840; Network Engineer: $95,292.

Junior Network Engineer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Junior Network Engineer make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Junior Network Engineer in Delaware is $80,679 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $39.

However, a Junior Network Engineer's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $99,963
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $74,768 to $90,773
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $69,386

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Junior Network Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$90,773	$7,564	$1,746	$44
Average	$80,679	$6,723	$1,552	$39
25th Percentile	$74,768	$6,231	$1,438	$36

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Key Factors That Influence Junior Network Engineer Salaries

A Junior Network Engineer's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Junior Network Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Junior Network Engineer's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $79,937
Early Career (1-2 years): $95,368
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $115,366
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $135,580
Expert (over 8 years): $155,232

Levels	Salary
Junior Ne... Level Junior Network Engineer	$79,937
Network E... Level Junior Network Engineer	$95,368
Network E... Level Junior Network Engineer	$115,366
Network E... Level Junior Network Engineer	$135,580
Network E... Level Junior Network Engineer	$155,232

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How Do Junior Network Engineer Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Junior Network Engineers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $88,207.
California: $87,873.
Massachusetts: $86,702.

District of Columbia $88,207 California $87,873 Massachusetts $86,702 Washington $86,383 New Jersey $86,351 Alaska $86,240 Connecticut $85,140 New York $84,694

Hawaii $83,268 Rhode Island $82,599 Maryland $82,145 Minnesota $81,523 Colorado $81,284 Illinois $81,205 Oregon $80,902 Delaware $80,679

New Hampshire $80,539 Virginia $80,225 Pennsylvania $79,309 Nevada $78,847 North Dakota $78,695 Michigan $78,456 Wisconsin $78,369 Vermont $78,193

Texas $77,707 Maine $77,675 Arizona $77,628 Ohio $77,572 Georgia $76,839 Indiana $76,472 Wyoming $76,401 Utah $76,289

Iowa $76,241 Kansas $75,859 Louisiana $75,747 North Carolina $75,708 Missouri $75,692 Florida $75,381 Montana $75,214 Nebraska $75,054

Kentucky $74,967 South Carolina $74,648 Tennessee $74,449 Idaho $74,369 New Mexico $73,788 Oklahoma $73,660 Alabama $73,190 South Dakota $72,401

Arkansas $71,971 West Virginia $71,740 Mississippi $71,047

Top Paying Cities for Junior Network Engineers

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Lincoln: $80,316
Little Creek: $80,904
Magnolia: $80,787

Lincoln, DE $80,316 Little Creek, DE $80,904 Magnolia, DE $80,787 Milford, DE $80,520 Marydel, DE $80,652 Millsboro, DE $79,979 Millville, DE $80,102 Milton, DE $80,241

Nassau, DE $80,299 Ocean View, DE $80,089 Rehoboth Beach, DE $80,242 Seaford, DE $80,288 Selbyville, DE $79,955 Smyrna, DE $80,959 Viola, DE $80,586 Woodside, DE $80,803

Bear, DE $80,617 Newark, DE $80,586 Claymont, DE $80,751 Delaware City, DE $80,667 Hockessin, DE $80,579 Kirkwood, DE $80,652 Middletown, DE $80,683 Montchanin, DE $80,598

New Castle, DE $80,610 Odessa, DE $80,723 Port Penn, DE $80,777 Rockland, DE $80,606 Saint Georges, DE $80,657 Townsend, DE $80,782 Winterthur, DE $80,615 Lewes, DE $80,272

Wilmington, DE $80,583 Dover, DE $80,904 Dover Afb, DE $80,477 Bethany Beach, DE $80,004 Bethel, DE $80,087 Bridgeville, DE $80,276 Camden Wyoming, DE $80,676 Cheswold, DE $80,877

Clayton, DE $80,880 Dagsboro, DE $79,948 Delmar, DE $79,820 Ellendale, DE $80,062 Felton, DE $80,513 Fenwick Island, DE $79,966 Frankford, DE $79,826 Frederica, DE $80,593

Georgetown, DE $79,918 Greenwood, DE $80,289 Harbeson, DE $80,003 Harrington, DE $80,411 Hartly, DE $80,661 Houston, DE $80,296 Kenton, DE $80,884 Laurel, DE $79,870

Yorklyn, DE $80,603

Junior Network Engineer Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Junior Network Engineer roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 55% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Financial Services and Internet sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, Junior Network Engineer positions in Telecom or Retail & Wholesale typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Junior Network Engineer as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Junior Network Engineer

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Financial Services	$104,883	$50.0	30%
Internet	$96,815	$47.0	20%
Aerospace & Defense	$92,781	$45.0	15%
Biotechnology	$92,781	$45.0	15%
Energy & Utilities	$88,747	$43.0	10%

Junior Network Engineer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Junior Network Engineer's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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$74,768

Average $80,679/year

$90,773

$6,231

Average $6,723/month

$7,564

$1,438

Average $1,552/week

$1,746

$36

Average $39/hour

$44

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$90,773	$7,564	$1,746	$44
Average	$80,679	$6,723	$1,552	$39
25th Percentile	$74,768	$6,231	$1,438	$36

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